Litigation Associate or Of Counsel | LA, SD, Oak

Above the Bar; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced litigator to join their Trial & Litigation group focusing on high-stakes eminent domain matters in California (San Diego, Los Angeles, or Oakland). The role involves managing complex cases from inception through trial, including strategy development and discovery management. Candidates should have 3+ years of related experience and skills in litigation management. The firm offers a competitive salary range between $165,000 and $315,000 based on experience and skills, with flexible working location options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in eminent domain, real estate litigation, or public entity land acquisition.
• Proven ability to manage discovery and prepare substantive motions.
• Strong preference for candidates with complex litigation and trial preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases from inception through trial.
• Develop litigation strategy.
• Conduct discovery and take depositions.

Skills

Litigation management

Discovery management

Valuation analysis

Motion practice

Complex litigation

Job description

We are seeking an experienced litigator to join our Trial & Litigation group in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Oakland. This role focuses on high‑stakes eminent domain matters, valuation analysis, and public entity land acquisition.

As a key member of our litigation team, you will manage complex cases from inception through trial, including developing litigation strategy, conducting discovery, taking depositions, and handling extensive motion practice.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in eminent domain, real estate litigation, or public entity land acquisition.
• Skills: Proven ability to manage discovery, prepare substantive motions, and handle valuation‑heavy litigation.
• Preference: Candidates with a background in complex litigation and trial preparation are strongly preferred.

Why Join This Firm?

• Direct Trial Impact: You will be integrated into a sophisticated Litigation practice that prioritizes substantive work and strategic autonomy.
• Growth & Stability: We represent public entities and private interests in critical land‑use disputes, offering a steady pipeline of high‑profile, complex work.
• Flexible Location: We offer the ability to work out of any of our key California hubs (SD, LA, or Oak) to suit your professional and personal needs.
• Compensation: The expected base salary range is $165,000 – $315,000, depending on seniority and experience. While seniority is a factor, placement within this range is primarily driven by the candidate’s specific pedigree, skill set, and depth of litigation experience rather than a strict year‑based scale.